(Z)-2-decanoic acid

CAS NO.：15790-91-7
Empirical Formula: C10H18O2
Molecular Weight: 170.25
MDL number: MFCD20543109
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-04-22 18:57:36

What is (Z)-2-decanoic acid?

The Uses of (Z)-2-decanoic acid

cis-2-Decenoic Acid is an organic compound which appears to be functionally and structurally related to the class of short-chain fatty acid signaling molecules such as diffusible signal factor, which act as cell-to-cell communication molecules in bacteria and fungi.

The Uses of (Z)-2-decanoic acid

cis-2-Decenoic acid may be used to study its cytotoxic effect on the human HepG2 cell line. It has also been used to study its synergistic anti-spirochetal effect.

What are the applications of Application

cis-2-Decenoic acid is an unsaturated short chain fatty acid

Definition

ChEBI: Cis-2-decenoic acid is a 2-decenoic acid having its double bond in the cis configuration.

Biochem/physiol Actions

cis-2-Decenoic acid is a fatty acid messenger (signaling molecule) produced by Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It possesses anti-biofilm property and converts most of the cells to planktonic (free-swimming) phenotype. cis-2-Decenoic acid retains the susceptibility of the bacteria towards antimicrobial agents. It does not exhibit any toxicity towards human cells and thus, might be used for treating biofilm-associated infections. cis-2-Decenoic acid is considered active even in nano-molar ranges. It mediates the transition of dormant P. aeruginosa and Escherichia coli to their biologically active state without affecting the number of cells. cis-2-Decenoic acid is effective against E. coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae mixed-species biofilms when used along with antimicrobial agents.

Properties of (Z)-2-decanoic acid

Boiling point:	278.6±9.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	0.936
storage temp.	-20°C
solubility	DMSO : 250 mg/mL (1468.43 mM; Need ultrasonic)
form	Powder
pka	4.63±0.25(Predicted)
color	Colorless to light yellow
BRN	1721990

Safety information for (Z)-2-decanoic acid

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H412:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P332+P313:IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.